It seems that there are many more threads about mining in australia than the united states. From a quick google search it says that ~200,000 work in mining in australia and ~500,000 work in mining in the united states. Any ideas why the US seems so under represnted in this sub?

Enjoy the holiday, and above all be safe if you are stuck out at site.

Hey.

Anyone have side by side cost/m and time/m comparisons in similar conditions. Basically australian way vs north america for driving drift. I know barminco has a few contracts over in NA now and so we should have some comparisons.

Thanks.

EDIT: All ive gathered so far is no one has the data and has compared things use kpis. If anyone has actual data please provide it thanks. The comparison im asking about is not constrained by being able to install something or safety. In a situation where both tools CAN do the job which one is better for production. This is hypothetical, im not making a decision for a project or creating an estimate.
Thanks

Do you guys still use pickaxes at all or is it all just drilling?

Hello, I got a job working in the core-shack extending into the wet-cold-freezing winter and I need to buy shit-weather gear. I figure I will spend most of my time in the core-shack but will have to stand in the rain/mud for a few activities. I actually expect Ill be stuck in the core-shack while the actual core-loggers will be hanging out with the drillers in the rain for 12hours.... but illl bring my thick rubber fishing-raincoat, fishing bibs, and *non-insulated* rubber boots anyways.
from what i understand, wool is desired because it dries out very fast and I can wear it next shift 12hrs after its been soaked, ya/na?

I am trying to figure out what exactly I need:
-I have a heavy 'army' rain jacket, I am not sure if it is made of gortex.
-I suppose another waterproof layer underneath could help?
-I have cotton hoodies for underneath but would wool long sleeve shirts be a better option?
-do I need a wool long-john underlayer, or will spandex/cotton be fine?
-I currently wear jeans to work. what are some better alternative to jeans?
-Also it looks like gortex pant covers are an option to put over my non-waterproof pants.
-wool socks x7
-I have a donated pair of insulated steel-toe boots Im going to give a go, but does anyone have suggestions for insulating regular pairs of steel-toe boots that i own and fit very comfortably?
-any suggestions for adding insulation to the non-insulated steel-toe rubber boots that I already own?
*EDIT* - I also own a pair over heavy duty blue coveralls. would this be a useful layer to bring?

I have been a coal miner for almost 20 years. I would love to get out from underground, my only problem is finding a job that even remotely comes close to the amount of money I make. Stepping into a completely different career at almost 40 is a little difficult, any suggestions from
Men who left the coal mines?

I got hired by hytech drilling as a driller helper and this was about 2 months ago and I got a email saying they’re still wanting to move forward with me yet it slowed down for the rest of the year and most likely won’t start until the new year. Can someone give me more info maybe on how that is or why or any other information could help. Just trying to figure out if it’s even normal lol

for anyone that works a Kennecott, can you leave the site for lunch and come back? or do you have to take your lunch in your truck? can you substitute your lunch and leave your shift earlier

45yo, (recently) prior military and looking to go into the mining and Heavy Equipment Operating industry in Alaska, and later internationally.

I'm pretty pumped on the role. Remote camp life is not an issue for me.

My concern is, How Physical is this role? Is it routinely washing out fit 25-year-olds?

I have put on some weight in my old age, but was still keeping up and (in some cases) outrunning the young guys during PT tests while still in uniform.

I think I can handle it, but I do have some middle-aged joint issues.

Is 45 too old to enter this industry? Is there room to advance me to a Driller, and potentially a foreman in <10 years?

Thanks for your insights

Hi guys! I'm thinking about starting career in mining and relocating with my family to Nevada (Elko) or anywhere in the area where we can find housing and good schools.

I have almost 10 years of experience working different jobs at steel mill. My question is, what would be the best town to relocate to with kids?

Which mines pay the best and offer best bonuses? Which companies offer 7/7 rotation? I would probably be looking for jobs on processing and lab end of operations but I'm flexible. Is 120k+ with bonuses a year realistic at the beginning?

Thank You for all Your help!

Anyone recognize this hunk of machine

If you could redesign one thing about gold-mining equipment, what would it be?

For the people who actually run the equipment — what is the one thing that makes your job harder than it needs to be?

Could be something about setup, moving equipment, feeding material, water, recovery, cold weather, maintenance, fuel, or anything else.

I'm curious what experienced miners would change if they had the chance.

Not looking to sell anything. Just looking for honest answers from people who actually do the work. Tal

A few weeks back I went through one of the most unserious classes Ive ever been through for my MSHA certification.

The guy was late all 3 days, and only kept us 3 hours or less each day. Each day he said almost nothing, and put on videos while he did paperwork at the desk. We watched the same videos all three days with people filtering in and out whenever seats were available (not a structured class)

Everyone there were on their phones, or sleeping. One day we essentially watched a TV show without any elaboration.

I feel like I learned nothing from this class.

Is this a common experience?

Saw this today and went down a small rabbit hole.
Apparently the ore can shift way more than I assumed after a blast, which makes the whole “where did the ore actually end up?” problem pretty interesting.
This tool was visualizing the movement into the muckpile and I thought the concept was pretty cool.
Anyone here actually work with blast movement / grade control? Is this kind of modelling useful in the real world or mostly nice visualization?

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/strayos_drillandblast-gradecontrol-miningtechnology-activity-7511867562201300992-ZwPS?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios&rcm=ACoAADJ2CW4BfyGtzXsp4UqlKjGeu_9Iik8Oi3w

Hi, I’m worried because my son started working at the mine on Monday, August 8th as an operator. He passed all his exams, but I’m worried because he doesn’t speak much English. He grew up in Nogales, Sonora, and I’m scared they might discriminate against him. Are there Hispanic people working at the mine???

I got a job! looks like ill be set up at a pretty rudimentary, rural exploratory site. I was planning on bringing a bunch of trail mix/granola/jerky, electrolyte/ instant-coffee packets and condiment jars+ canned peppers to supplement whatever the kitchen provides, but then I read "please eat at the kitchen and do not bring food back to your room" and it got me wondering if rats and mice are a problem.... five gallon bucket + lid??

Hi, I got a call from the mine. I completed the entire hiring process and made it all the way through the medical exam. How long does it usually take for them to contact you about your start date???????

Hi, I don't have any experience with mining, I'm looking for somewhere in USA that provides housing and lots of working hours. I'm psychically fit and used to work 100 hours a week for months at a time. Where do I sign up? I'm hoping to find somewhere to work like this in under 2 months. Any help is appreciated

Does anyone have information about what happened at bald mountain over the weekend regarding the fatality?

Bustin boulders